Liverpool are reportedly interested in Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise but they are unlikely to move for him in the January window.
The Reds find themselves 12th in the Premier League table with 18 points, after six defeats in seven games, and they are realistically almost out of the title race.
Arne Slot should be looking to bolster his squad in January once again to add more quality and dynamism to the side, and signing another winger could be a priority.
Mohamed Salah will be absent for nearly a month due to participation in the AFCON, and Liverpool could be interested in adding another winger to fill the void.
Also, Richard Hughes must start planning for life with Salah in the long term, and the Reds are reportedly checking on several options.
Reds transfer plans - no move for Olise?
The Frenchman joined Bayern in the summer of 2024, and turned out to be an instant hit for the club.
In his first season at the Allianz Arena, he scored 20 goals in all competitions, and he has taken his game to a whole new level this season.
The 23-year-old winger has scored nine goals and provided eight assists in all competitions, and Liverpool have reportedly shown interest in him.
According to Florian Plettenberg, the Reds view Olise as a future dream target, and right now they have no plans to make a move for him.
Olise does not have a buy-out clause in his contract, and the player himself is not willing to leave.
Liverpool should look for options elsewhere
Olise has a contract at Bayern until 2029, and the Bavarian giants are not willing to enter into talks with any club for their prized asset.
The Reds have reportedly turned their attention to Antoine Semenyo, the versatile AFC Bournemouth winger, who can play on both flanks, but they could face competition from elsewhere.
The Merseyside giants should also look to sign a new centre-back in the January window as they do not have enough depth in that area.